Buick LESABRE 1997 - Remote Trunk Release Lockout; Trunk Security Override; Trunk Lid

Remote Trunk Release Lockout
Trunk Lid
The trunk release lockout
switch in
the glove box
must be on for the TRUNK
button to work. This feature
allows you to secure items
in the trunk when
you must
leave the ignition key with
an attendant.
To secure the trunk, turn off the TRUNK RELEASE,
lock the glove
box, then take the door key with you.
Now the trunk button to the left of the steering column
will not open the trunk.
Trunk Security Override
The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (if equipped),
will open the trunk even if the trunk release lockout
switch is in the off position.
It can be dangerous to drive with the trunk lid
open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can
come into your vehicle. You can’t see or smell
CO. It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
If you must drive with the trunk lid open or if
electrical wiring or other cable connections must
pass through the seal between the body and the
trunk lid:
Make sure all windows are shut.
Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the setting
on VENT. That
will force outside air into
your vehicle. See “Comfort Controls’’ in
the Index.
instrument panel, open them all the way.
If you have air outlets on or under the
See “Engine Exhaust” in the Index.
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